Pagoda SL Group

W113 Pagoda SL Group => Items for Sale => Topic started by: jharkin on September 19, 2023, 05:11:33

Title: 68 250SL for sale
Post by: jharkin on September 19, 2023, 05:11:33
Runs well and strong.  Papyrus white over blue. Lightly used, 2000mi/year. 146,593. Used regularly as they should be, thru mild AZ winter, 2nd owner, records from new.
Always garaged; summer storage in climate controlled warehouse where it is run to operating temp weekly.
Hardtop with chrome rails; soft top in like new condition.
Originally purchased in Boise ID in '68, moved to Phoenix AZ in '20.
Properly maintained, it has impressed the master MB mechanic who services it regularly as required.
Originally a US spec car, it has been modified to present Euro design. Euro bumpers, head lights. side markers removed to restore clean lines of original design. Some chrome bling added. Side mirrors now gooseneck. Chrome rearview replaced black plastic. Polished chrome horn rim. All original parts to be supplied with car. That includes bumpers with overrides, US spec head lamps, later style side mirrors, plastic rear view mirror, side markers, original black shift knob.
New Hankook ww tires 10/20, new alternator, new water pump, new Bilstein shocks 7/20, new front brake hoses, rebuilt front brake calipers. OEM original white steering wheel and shift knob with shift pattern. Nardi wheel available.  Believe paint to be original. upholstery, although in good condition, appears to be replacement. 3 point safety belts and head rests added by 1st owner. No rust. Some minor dings and scratches as would be expected on car of this vintage.
Asking $75,000 obo. All reasonable offers considered. Car can/will be made available for inspection.
Title: Re: 68 250SL for sale
Post by: Cees Klumper on September 19, 2023, 14:55:50
Looks very nice.

Just one minor comment, if the side marker lights were removed, then the paint is no longer original on the fenders (depending how the painting was done).
Title: Re: 68 250SL for sale
Post by: Raymond on September 19, 2023, 15:12:13
From prices I've seen in Europe lately, $75,000 US seems to be a very good deal.  My condolences and good luck.
Title: Re: 68 250SL for sale
Post by: jharkin on September 19, 2023, 16:44:05
 ::)Picky picky picky. You are correct.  Good catch. Fenders were repainted.Color was matched.
Title: Re: 68 250SL for sale
Post by: jharkin on September 19, 2023, 16:50:05
Thanks, appreciate it
Title: Re: 68 250SL for sale
Post by: JamesL on September 19, 2023, 17:16:00
It took me a while to  (gear pattern reference) deduce: It’s a manual transmission

GLWTS, and hope circumstances improve.
Title: Re: 68 250SL for sale
Post by: rwmastel on September 19, 2023, 17:36:47
JHarkin,

I took a peek at your profile and see you joined us in 2007.  Thanks for years of participating in and supporting this Group.  I hope membership has served you well and maybe helped develop some friendships along the way.  We all wish you well, and I'm sure your car will find a caring owner.
Title: Re: 68 250SL for sale
Post by: PS1971280SL on September 19, 2023, 17:40:36
Absolutely beautiful and stunning, love the color combination, the provenance, and everything about this beauty!
Your stewardship is commendable!
Someone is going to get a real beauty indeed.

I hope that things go well for you and I send prayers your way!

Best regards,
Jim Murphy